Global rating agency Fitch has revised India’s growth outlook upward, projecting the economy to expand by 7.4% in FY26, compared to its earlier estimate of 7.2%. The revision reflects stronger-than-expected domestic demand, resilient investment activity, and continued momentum in infrastructure spending. Key Drivers Behind the Upgrade Robust Domestic Consumption Household spending remains strong, supported by rising incomes and urban demand. Rural consumption is expected to improve further with favorable monsoon conditions and government support schemes.
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Indian equity markets closed on a positive note on December 4, 2025, after a volatile trading session. The benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty, managed to break a four-day losing streak, supported by selective buying in banking, IT, and FMCG counters. Market Performance Sensex closed marginally higher, recovering from intraday weakness as investors looked for value in beaten-down stocks. Nifty 50 also ended in the green, though gains were limited due to profit booking in metals
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Public sector bank (PSU) stocks witnessed a sharp decline on December 3, 2025, after the government clarified that there is no proposal to raise the foreign direct investment (FDI) limit in public sector banks. The announcement dampened investor sentiment, particularly among those who had been anticipating reforms that could attract greater foreign capital into the sector. Market Reaction Shares of leading PSU banks, including State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, Punjab National Bank, and
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The Indian startup ecosystem has witnessed a surge in IPO activity over the past few years, with new-age technology companies seeking to tap public markets for growth capital. Among them, Meesho’s recent anchor allocation decision has sparked debate, exposing the growing tensions between traditional market practices and the evolving dynamics of tech-driven listings. The Anchor Allocation Controversy Anchor investors play a crucial role in IPOs, providing early confidence and stability before the issue opens to
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Global brokerage firm Nomura has released its latest projections for the Indian equity markets, suggesting that the Nifty 50 could potentially cross the 29,000 mark by 2026. This forecast comes at a time when India’s economy continues to demonstrate resilience, supported by strong GDP growth, robust corporate earnings, and steady domestic demand. Nomura’s Key Expectations Nomura’s analysis highlights several factors that could drive the Nifty higher over the next year: Economic Growth: India’s GDP growth
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